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$149,486$112 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

217 RICHARDS

ITALY, TX 76651
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,338 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$149K
$126K low$173K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$149,486
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$119,589

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,060 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$150,510 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,827
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$186,140

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyELLIS
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 244 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Stafford Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Italy High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Italy Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76651These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.132
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,482
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,527
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

217 Richards measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Ellis County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Ellis County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Ellis County
  • Among the oldest homes in Ellis County

What homes are worth in Italy 76651

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$94K$527K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Italy 76651.

How it measures up in Italy 76651

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Italy 76651.

Estimated value$149,486
CheaperTypical $213,919Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,338 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,478 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 217 Richards ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeItaly 76651Ellis County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,48612% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11212% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,338 ft²40% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac55% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than19155% of homesalmost no homes

About 217 Richards

How much is 217 Richards, Italy, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Richards, Italy, TX is $149,486 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $126,411 to $172,561. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Richards, Italy, TX last sell?

217 Richards, Italy, TX last sold on Apr 7, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 Richards, Italy, TX?

217 Richards, Italy, TX has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,338 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 217 Richards, Italy, TX built?

217 Richards, Italy, TX was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 Richards, Italy, TX?

217 Richards, Italy, TX is assigned to Stafford Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Italy High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Italy Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Richards, Italy, TX compare to other homes in Italy 76651?

Among the 1,010 homes in Italy 76651, it is worth more than 12% of them ($149,486 against a typical $213,919), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($112 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,338 ft² against a typical 1,478 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1915 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Ellis County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 217 Richards, Italy, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 Richards, Italy, TX was $1,060. The county assessed it at $150,510.

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